In the ever-evolving landscape of Afrobeats and R&B, Jidayi, a Nigerian artist who relocated to London in 2020, makes waves with his unique blend of rhythms and soulful melodies. Officially launching his career in 2023 under his middle name, Jidayi, he's no stranger to the music industry, having previously performed under aliases like Vacardi and Yungstr. Jidayi's artistic evolution is marked by his ability to adapt...

North Star Union has released "Echoes of decay", a slice of melodic heavy metal that feels less like a standard studio tracking and more like something dug out of the permafrost. There is a curious quality to Icelandic composer Myrmann’s work here; because he handles all the instrumentation and composition himself at Midgard Studio, the track possesses a singular, frighteningly cohesive nervous system. It...